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International attention is turning back to Sudan's civil war, with coverage examining why the fighting between the army and the Rapid Support Forces continues with no end in sight. The conflict has displaced millions and created one of the world's worst humanitarian crises, yet diplomatic efforts have so far failed to produce a ceasefire or a political settlement.
- 2Power cuts and rubble greet returnees to Khartoum▼Power cuts, rubble greet returnees to Sudans war-ravaged capital
Sudanese families returning to the war-ravaged capital, Khartoum, are finding a city barely able to support them: electricity is largely out, streets remain choked with rubble, and basic services have collapsed after nearly two years of fighting between the army and the Rapid Support Forces. Reports describe residents clearing debris by hand and coping without power or reliable water as they try to rebuild their lives.
- 3From Jeddah to New York: Why Sudan's truces keep failing▼From Jeddah to New York: Why do Sudan’s truces fail?
Sudan's ceasefire agreements, first brokered in Jeddah and later discussed at the UN in New York, have repeatedly collapsed as fighting between the army and the Rapid Support Forces continues. Analysts point to weak enforcement, lack of monitoring, and the parties' unwillingness to compromise as reasons the truces fail, leaving civilians facing a worsening humanitarian crisis.
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Commentary published by Asharq Al-Awsat and Arab News examines why ceasefire agreements reached in Jeddah between Sudan's warring army and the Rapid Support Forces have repeatedly failed, and how the issue has moved to the diplomatic stage in New York. The pieces argue that successive truces have not held, leaving Sudan's civil war grinding on despite international mediation efforts.
- 5Sudan's Burhan Vows to Defeat RSF, Rejects Truce Pressure▼Sudan’s Burhan Vows to Defeat RSF, Rejects Pressure Over Truce
Sudanese army chief Abdel Fattah al-Burhan has vowed to defeat the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces and rejected mounting pressure to agree to a truce in the country's devastating civil war. His comments signal that Khartoum intends to press its military campaign despite international calls for negotiations and a ceasefire.
- 6Sudan war: besieged civilians face chemical attacks, denied safe passage●SUDAN’s War & besieged civilians: From chemical attacks to denial of safe passage
Sudan's civil war is drawing renewed scrutiny over the treatment of civilians trapped in besieged areas. Reports and advocacy material allege the use of chemical weapons and the systematic denial of safe passage to people trying to flee fighting, mainly between the Sudanese army and the Rapid Support Forces. Rights groups are urging international attention and accountability as humanitarian conditions deteriorate.
- 7Sudan's Burhan vows to defeat RSF no matter how long it takes●Sudan's Burhan vows to defeat RSF 'no matter how long it takes' - War in Sudan - World
Sudanese army chief Abdel Fattah al-Burhan has pledged to defeat the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces, saying the military will continue its campaign 'no matter how long it takes'. The vow comes as the war between the army and the RSF, which erupted in April 2023, continues to devastate Sudan, displacing millions and creating one of the world's worst humanitarian crises.
- 8Guterres Demands Accountability Over Foreign Backing in Sudan War●Guterres Calls for Accountability Over Sudan War Support
UN Secretary-General António Guterres has called for accountability from those providing support to the warring parties in Sudan, where fighting between the army and the Rapid Support Forces has displaced millions and created one of the world's worst humanitarian crises. He urged an end to external involvement fueling the conflict and renewed pressure for a peaceful resolution.
- 9Who governs Sudan when Washington recognises neither side?●🇸🇩 Who governs Sudan if Washington recognises neither side? The army-backed administration runs much of the formal state
Sudan's civil war has left the country with two rival centres of power: the army-backed administration under the military controls much of the formal state apparatus, while the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces exercises authority across territory it holds. Washington has declined to recognise either as legitimate constitutional governance, raising questions about diplomacy, aid and who represents Sudan internationally.
- 10Calls Grow for Independent Probe into Alleged Chemical Weapons Use in Sudan▼International Calls Grow for Independent Probe into Alleged Chemical Weapons Use in Sudan War
International calls are mounting for an independent investigation into allegations that chemical weapons have been used during Sudan's ongoing war. The reported appeals urge a proper probe to verify the accusations amid the conflict between Sudan's army and the Rapid Support Forces. Details about who is making the calls and what evidence exists remain limited in early coverage.
- 11Sudan will not yield to pressure or blackmail, al-Burhan says▼Sudan will not yield to pressure or blackmail, al-Burhan says — Anadolu Agency
Sudanese army chief Abdel Fattah al-Burhan declared that Sudan will not submit to pressure or blackmail, according to Anadolu Agency. The statement comes as the country continues to face international diplomatic pressure amid its devastating civil war with the Rapid Support Forces, with talks over ceasefires and political transitions repeatedly stalling.
- 12Sudan's Burhan rejects US truce conditions▼Sudan’s Burhan rejects US truce conditions, says no visa needed
Sudanese army chief Abdel Fattah al-Burhan has rejected conditions attached to a United States-backed truce proposal, while also dismissing suggestions that he needs a visa. The rejection signals continued obstacles to ceasefire efforts in Sudan's civil war between the army and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces. Observers say the dispute over terms could prolong negotiations and deepen the conflict.
- 13Sudanese doctors say RSF looted hospital in recaptured town▼Sudanese doctors say RSF looted and wrecked hospital in recaptured town
Sudanese doctors report that the Rapid Support Forces looted and wrecked a hospital in a town recently recaptured by the army. The group says the damage has left the facility unable to function, depriving residents of medical care amid the country's ongoing civil war. Health facilities have repeatedly been targeted since fighting between the army and the RSF began in April 2023.
- 14RSF unit defects and joins Sudanese army, state media says▼RSF military group defects, joins Sudanese army: State media
Sudanese state media report that a military group from the Rapid Support Forces has defected and joined the Sudanese army. The claim comes amid the ongoing war between the army and the RSF, and neither outlet provided further details on the size of the defected group or where the defection took place.
- 15Saudi Arabia accuses Sudan's RSF of drone strike on aid convoy▼Saudi Arabia accuses Sudan’s RSF of drone strike on aid convoy
Saudi Arabia has accused Sudan's paramilitary Rapid Support Forces of carrying out a drone strike on a humanitarian aid convoy. The allegation comes as the war between the RSF and the Sudanese army continues to disrupt relief deliveries and worsen an already severe humanitarian crisis. The claim adds diplomatic tension between Riyadh and the RSF, which Saudi Arabia had previously helped broker ceasefire talks over.
- 16Sudanese doctors accuse RSF of looting hospital in North Kordofan▼Sudanese doctors accuse RSF of looting hospital in recaptured town in North Kordofan
Sudanese doctors say the Rapid Support Forces looted a hospital in a town in North Kordofan that had recently been recaptured by the army. The accusation adds to a long pattern of reported attacks on medical facilities during Sudan's civil war, which has devastated the country's health system and displaced millions since fighting began in April 2023.
- 17Darfur arms embargo set to expire Saturday●RE: https:// flipboard.com/@taz_de/politik- 7q8h8pgaz/-/a-6c03zolPQo2detKqy8v_ag%3Aa%3A2741305549-%2F0 "am Samstag läuft
The UN arms embargo covering Darfur is due to run out on Saturday and would need to be renewed by the UN Security Council. German-language discussion, linking to a taz article, highlights the stakes: continued weapons flows to Sudan's Rapid Support Forces, regional spillover involving the UAE, Libya and Colombia, and the risk that non-renewal worsens the war in Sudan.
- 18US says blocking Sudan's Burhan from UN part of peace push▼Blocking Al Burhan from UNGA part of growing US efforts to stop Sudan war, says Massad Boulos
Massad Boulos, a senior US adviser, said Washington's move to block Sudanese army chief Abdel Fattah al-Burhan from attending the UN General Assembly is part of expanding American efforts to end Sudan's war. The decision signals mounting US pressure on Sudan's warring parties as the conflict between the army and the Rapid Support Forces continues to devastate the country.
- 19Sudanese army and allies capture Sodari from RSF●Sudanese army and allies seize Sodari in fresh blow to RSF
The Sudanese army and its allied forces have seized the town of Sodari, in what is described as a fresh setback for the Rapid Support Forces (RSF). The advance marks another gain for the army in its ongoing war with the paramilitary group, which has ravaged Sudan since fighting broke out in April 2023, displacing millions and pushing the country toward famine.
- 20Boulos says arms embargo could stop Sudan violence●Boulos says arms embargo could stop violence in Sudan
Massad Boulos, a US adviser on Africa, said an arms embargo could halt the violence gripping Sudan, according to The National. His comments point to international pressure to cut weapon supplies fueling the war between the Sudanese army and the Rapid Support Forces, which has caused one of the world's worst humanitarian crises.
- 21Drone strike on Darfur court gathering kills at least 35●In # Darfur , # Sudan wurden mindestens 35 Menschen getötet, als eine Gerichtsversammlung mit Drohnen angegriffen wurde.
A drone attack on a gathering at a court in Darfur, Sudan, killed at least 35 people. Rights groups blame the army for the strike. The attack is the latest in the grinding conflict between the Sudanese army and the Rapid Support Forces, which has devastated Darfur and displaced millions.
- 22Sudanese doctors say RSF looted Sodari hospital▼Sudanese doctors accuse RSF of looting hospital in Sodari — Anadolu Agency
Sudanese doctors say the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces looted a hospital in Sodari, in Sudan's North Kordofan region. The Sudan Doctors' Union reports the facility was stripped of equipment and supplies, worsening an already dire health crisis as fighting between the RSF and the army continues across the country. Health facilities have repeatedly come under attack or occupation during the two-year war.
- 23Sudanese doctors say RSF looted Sodari hospital●Sudanese doctors say RSF looted and wrecked hospital in Sodari
Sudanese doctors say the Rapid Support Forces looted and wrecked a hospital in Sodari, in North Kordofan state. The report adds to a pattern of attacks on medical facilities during Sudan's civil war, which has devastated the country's health system and displaced millions since fighting began in April 2023 between the RSF and the army.
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A drone attack attributed to the Rapid Support Forces struck a strategic fuel depot in central Sudan, according to the Sudan Tribune. The strike marks another escalation in the ongoing conflict between the RSF and the Sudanese army, with fuel infrastructure increasingly targeted amid fighting. Further details on casualties or the extent of damage were not immediately reported.
- 25RSF drones strike El Gezira fuel depot amid shootdown claims●RSF drones strike El Gezira fuel depot as both sides report shootdowns
Drones of Sudan's Rapid Support Forces struck a fuel depot in El Gezira state as the country's civil war escalates. Both the RSF and the Sudanese army report shooting down enemy drones, with neither side's claims independently verified. The strike on fuel infrastructure adds to Sudan's deepening humanitarian crisis and threatens supply lines for civilians and combatants alike.
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A force affiliated with Sudan's paramilitary Rapid Support Forces has defected and joined the Sudanese army, according to reports from the region. The switch marks a notable shift in allegiances within Sudan's ongoing civil war, which has pitted the army against the RSF since 2023. Details about the size of the defecting force and the circumstances of its move remain limited.
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Sudan is objecting to the United Arab Emirates hosting a UN congress on crime, citing the UAE's alleged support for the Rapid Support Forces, the paramilitary group fighting Sudan's army in the country's civil war. Khartoum argues the UAE cannot credibly host an international law enforcement gathering while accused of backing a militia accused of widespread atrocities.
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This is a news report that a commander in Sudan's paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) has defected, bringing fighters with him to join the Sudanese army in Omdurman. The single post is just a headline from Sudan Tribune, so details such as the commander's name, the number of fighters involved, and the circumstances of the defection are not given. Beyond the headline, there is no visible discussion or reaction from other posts.
- 29Carney summit draws UAE investors despite Sudan arms allegations●PM Carney's 🇨🇦 investment summit hosted investors from the United Arab Emirates, despite the country's role in providing
Prime Minister Mark Carney's Canadian investment summit included investors from the United Arab Emirates, drawing criticism because the UAE is accused of supplying weapons, logistics, training and foreign personnel to Sudan's Rapid Support Forces. Human rights groups have repeatedly linked the RSF to atrocities in Sudan's war, and critics are questioning why Ottawa welcomed Emirati money despite those allegations.
- 30Sudanese forces advance to liberate West Kordofan, official says●Al-Nuhud Executive Director: Military Forces Advancing to Liberate West Kordofan
The executive director of Al-Nuhud in West Kordofan says military forces are advancing to liberate the region, as Sudan's war continues. The claim comes amid ongoing fighting between the army and the Rapid Support Forces, with local officials reporting movements aimed at retaking areas of the western state. Further details on the scale of the operation were not provided.
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